LLOYD DIEDRICHSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Washoe County school district, located in Sparks, NV with about 422 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School, located in Sparks, Nevada, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Washoe County School District. The school is named in honor of Lloyd Diedrichsen, a longtime educator and administrator who dedicated much of his career to serving the Sparks community. The campus is situated in a residential neighborhood and functions as a core educational hub for local families, emphasizing fundamental academic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics while fostering a supportive environment for early childhood development.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered learning and community engagement, often participating in district-wide initiatives designed to improve literacy and social-emotional growth. Like many schools in the Washoe County system, it focuses on inclusivity and providing resources to meet the diverse needs of its student population. By maintaining a balance between rigorous academic standards and extracurricular opportunities, Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school while maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Sparks community.

For more information, contact Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School at (775) 353-5730 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.